Busaneko Tora Japanese Cutlery Rest
Busaneko Tora Japanese Cutlery Rest
The Busaneko Tora Japanese Cutlery Rest features a charming 'busaneko' (ugly-cute) cat head design. "Tora" means "tiger", referring to the playful striped accents that mimic tiger markings, adding a spirited air to the piece.
Crafted in Japan from Mino ware ceramic, this versatile rest securely holds chopsticks, spoons, or forks, and can also serve as a quaint dish for small condiments. It combines functionality with a whimsical design.
What's Included
- 1 x Busaneko Tora Japanese Cutlery Rest
Key Features
- Charming 'Busaneko Tora' Design: Shaped like an 'ugly-cute' cat head with playful tiger-stripe accents.
- Versatile Tabletop Use: Perfectly sized to hold chopsticks, forks, spoons, or small condiments, keeping tables clean.
- Mino Ware Craftsmanship: Made in Japan from high-quality, durable ceramic from the Mino region.
- Everyday Practicality: Dishwasher and microwave safe for easy use and care.
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Care Instructions
- Dishwasher and microwave safe.
- Can be stored in the refrigerator.
- Not suitable for use in an oven or on direct heat.
- As this is handcrafted pottery, minor imperfections such as pits, marks, and slight variations in shape or colour are normal and contribute to its unique character.
About Mino Ware
Mino ware (Mino-yaki) is a style of Japanese pottery produced in the Gifu Prefecture, Japan's largest pottery-producing region. Its history spans over 1300 years, and its adaptable designs have evolved to suit changing lifestyles, making it the most popular style of pottery in Japan today.
Specifications
| Design | Busaneko Tora (Tiger Cat) |
| Colour | Multi-colour |
| Dimensions | Approx. 6cm (L) x 5.3cm (W) x 1.8cm (H) |
| Weight | Approx. 25g |
| Material | Ceramic (Mino Ware) |
| Packaging | Protective Wrapping |
| Dishwasher Safe | Yes |
| Microwave Safe | Yes |
| Oven Safe | No |
| Country of Origin | Made in Japan |
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